In order to keep your scapula retracted when benching you must initially ensure that you get yourself into position correctly. Many lifters make the error of shrugging the shoulder blades, as opposed to actually pulling them back and down. You can practice the perfect position by performing band pull aparts prior to benching. Once you … Read more
The most common reason for an inability to keep the bar straight is that you haven’t retracted your shoulder blades evenly. This will typically mean that one arm is “longer” than the other when you grip the bar. More often than not, this is a mobility issue that can be fixed by foam rolling and … Read more
I was indeed astonished to figure out the sheer number of individuals who are curious to find out if bench press can impede your growth. However, it appears that many youngsters, and indeed parents, are worried about the impact lifting weights may have on height. I guess there has been a long-held belief that children … Read more
You might often wonder, “Is it detrimental to do a bench press with your feet on the bench?” You’ve probably often seen people bench press with their feet on the bench. In fact, you may even have seen those who bench press with their feet in the air. So, does removing your feet from the … Read more
Every weightlifter is curious about this: “What should be my weekly increase in bench press?” There probably isn’t a gym exercise that receives as much attention as the bench press. In fact, it’s often viewed as the “bro” status of strength, “How much do you bench bro?” So, in an attempt to finally get involved … Read more
You’ve probably found yourself asking, “Is it really necessary to do the Decline Bench Press?” If there’s one thing we all want it’s a strong, muscular, pumped set of pecs (okay, and bulging biceps too). So, pretty much at the beginning of every week, Monday is chest day. And of course you head straight over … Read more
Several lifters have inquired, “Is it possible to work out my chest and legs on the same day?” I guess you’re either looking to mix things up a little in the gym or simply trying to find the best combination of exercises in the time you have available. There are certain muscle groups that seem … Read more
This is a frequently posed question: “What causes my ribs to hurt when I do push-ups?” We all know what a fantastic exercise push ups are. They work the chest, shoulders, and triceps, so it’s not uncommon to feel soreness in these muscles. Then again, you may even feel push ups in your elbows or … Read more
Most men either belong to the group that favors square pecs or the one that prefers round pecs. Personally, as long as my chest is hard, muscular, and bigger than my belly, I’m happy. That being said, it seems that many guys are now veering toward producing flat and solid square pecs. Whether your pecs … Read more
Is there anyone else curious to find out, “Is it possible to bench press on a bed?” Unfortunately, you don’t have access to a bench, but you still want to bench press. The first thing that most of us think of is benching on our bed. Seems perfectly reasonable, doesn’t it? However, is using your … Read more